JOCK SAFARI LODGE

 Jock Safari Lodge is one of the original luxury safari lodges within the Kruger National Park.

As the legend goes, deep in the heart of the Kruger National Park lies a place so spectacular that it inspired bedtime tales told all across the globe.

Today, this legend continues at Jock Safari Lodge.

We invite you to step back into a simpler time and onto the pages of the classic African tale Jock of the Bushveld by Sir Percy Fitzpatrick, a story of courage and love between man and man’s best friend.

For your Big 5 safari adventure, choose between the private thatched suites on the riverbed at the Main Jock Lodge, or the exclusive-use Fitzpatrick’s Lodge at Jock, perfect for your family holiday or adventure with friends.

Take it a step further by trading your bed for an outdoor sala one night, drifting off to the soundtrack of the nightlife.

Accommodation at Jock Safari Lodge:

A secluded paradise overlooking serene riverbeds, Main Jock Lodge has 12 thatched suites offering privacy and uninterrupted views.

Main Jock ensures guests will experience a stay of seclusion and in pure harmony with the natural surroundings.

Twelve secluded thatched suites, offering utter privacy, are veiled with lush trees and reed walls.

Each leads on to a private deck with plunge pool and a Sala, an outdoor day bed, all with a spectacular view of the riverbed.

Main Jock Lodge will help your soul capture the essence of finding your inner peace amidst the calls of the wild.

Safari Experiences at Jock Safari Lodge:

When you come to Jock Safari Lodge, you’re really coming to see the wild spaces and wildlife surrounding our lodge.

If you’re hungry for exploration, for deeply immersing yourself and learning about the bush’s delicate balance and fascinating stories, this is the place for you.

Besides offering guests a space to relax and plenty of excitement, Jock Safari Lodge has a bigger conservation purpose you can learn about.

From Big 5 game drives and wilderness walks to studying local fauna, flora and birdlife, there’s much to marvel at that will move you.

It’s also perfect for that family holiday, with something for everyone.

Little ones will love our Kids on Safari options, the nearby Leopard Creek invites you for a day of golf in the bush, and our Pilgrim’s Rest Retreat offers an escape to enjoy pampering in the bush.

Conservation at Jock Safari Lodge:

A safari is so much more memorable when you know you’ve treaded lightly and helped preserve it.

At Jock Safari Lodge, we believe in protecting our fascinating wildlife and landscapes by following only the most stringent eco-management criteria in South Africa.

Our lodge was also built with sustainability in mind, and we continue with this approach in everything we do.

As the Top Environmental Concession within Kruger National Park, our active involvement in conservation programmes is a testimony to this.

As our guest, you can learn more about what this means and how you can make a difference.

Location of Jock Safari Lodge:

The camp is situated halfway between Skukuza and Malelane gates approximately 35 km in both directions with only 3 km of dirt road.

Due to the rules and regulations of the Kruger National Park, nobody is allowed on any Kruger National Park roads during the period of gates being closed.

Therefore, guests must be at their destination by the time the gates’ close.

Getting to Jock Safari Lodge by Road

Road transfers are done by an accredited company with the applicable liability and insurances in place.

All transfers must be booked through the Reservations department prior to arrival.

Vehicles used for transfers might change due to availability but will be similar in size.

Self-drive and road transfers from Kruger Mpumalanga Airport (KMIA/MQP) are subject to Kruger National Park gate times.

The Kruger National Park prohibits the use of roads within the park once the gates are closed; therefore, guests need to be at their destination and transfer companies must be outside the park by the time the gates close.

Jock Safari Lodge is approximately one (1) hour from the Malelane Gate.

Getting to Jock Safari Lodge by Air:

Jock Safari Lodge offers road transfers to and from Skukuza airport in open game drive vehicles, by a qualified ranger.

Upon collection from the airport, the adventure begins, and refreshments will be served on the journey to the lodge.

Transfers can be booked directly with our Reservations department at a cost of *ZAR 750.00 per person, per way in 2024 and *ZAR 800.00 per person, per way in 2025. * Subject to change.

All transfers must be pre-arranged and paid to Jock Safari Lodge. Guests are liable to pay the Daily Conservation Fees as per the table below on arrival in the park. (Jock will happily settle this fee on your behalf, and conveniently add it to your room account.)

With the Skukuza Airport fully operational it will ensure less time travelling for guests as it is only a 1-hour road transfer from the airport to Jock Safari Lodge, whereas the KMIA is 2 hours.

Not only it is a cost-effective way to travel, but guests also experience the incredible game viewing from the time they land inside the Kruger National Park.

Flights can be booked through Airlink.

Airlink operates daily direct convenient flights between Johannesburg and Skukuza as well as between Cape Town and Skukuza.

Please note that the flights must be booked by guests or agents directly as Jock Safari Lodge is unable to book flights on their behalf.